Embracing Diversity: RDPS's Multicultural Exchange Program

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Promoting Peace for Cross-Cultural Harmony
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MULTICULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMME
United kingdom
Germany
Italy
India
Singapore
Russia
Switzerland
Denmark
France
Pakistan
Australia
Newzealand
Permanently Affiliated and Accredited to CBSE,
MHRD, Govt. of India
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Amalgamation of Global Diversity
Multi-cultural Exchange Programmes
UNITED KINGDOM
FRANCE
GERMANY
RUSSIA
Stantonbury Campus www.stantonbury.org.ok Banbury
Campus www.banbury.oxon.sch.uk
The Lyceum of Dolgorukova Lipetsk Region, Russia
Freiherr-Vom-Stein Schule Europaschule www.europa
schule-gladenbach.de Obermenzinger Gymnasium
Munich www.obermenzinger.de
Lycee Jean Bodin Lycee Saint Martin Fenelon
Sainte-Marie www.fenclonsaintnarie.org
SINGAPORE
PAKISTAN
AUSTRALIA
NEWZEALAND
Kings College www.kingscollge.school.nz St.
Bernard College www.sbc.school.nz Carmel
College www.sbc.school.nz
Dunman Secondary School www.dunmansec.mol.edu.sg
Seng Kang Primary School www.sengkangpri.moe.edu.s
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International Grammar School www.igssyd.nsw.edu.d
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Lords International School Multan Public School
ITALY
Switzerland
Denmark
Liceo Classico Statale Luciano Manara
www.liceomanara.it Liceo-Artistico Paolo Candiani
www.artisticobisto.it Liceo Scientifico E.
Majorana , Latina www.liceomajoranalatina.it Istit
uto di Istruzione Superiore Statale di Sacile e
Brugnera www.pnis006007_at_istruzione.it Istituto
Statale d'Istruzione Superiore GA Pujati
www.pnis00200x_at_istruzione.it
CEJEF / Division santé-social-art / École
cantonale de culture générale, Delémont,
Switzerland
Odense Katedralskole
RDPS is synonymous with extending prudent
learning that caters to global needs and
aspirations. Imbued with a vision to set global
teaching-learning standards, the school ushered
in an era of international fellowship and
educational integration through Multi-Cultural
Exchange Programmes with prestigious
institutions across the globe twenty years ago.
Guided by its mission of promoting cross cultural
harmony - Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam i.e. the world
is a family, these programmes accomplish
multifarious objectives for its
participants- Experience inter-cultural learning
through extended visits and residential
experiences. Develop joint curriculum activities
and supporting materials by exploring artistic
and cultural avenues. Broaden and deepen the
understanding of inter-cultural learning. Share
practical experiences of the learning environment
and education systems. The exchange programmes
incorporate the Staff and Students Exchange,
Snail Mail and Collaborative Projects.
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Coming together is a beginning Keeping together
is a progress Working together is a success.
Students/Staff Exchange Programme

• An exchange programme provides opportunity for
  language learning, cultural immersion, new
  friendship and personal growth. It not only
  provides an insight into two cultures but also
  helps in imbibing futuristic and progressive
  methods for the benefit of students and staff.
  We, at Rukmini Devi Public School, believe in the
  vision of sharing and learning and have
  successful cultural and educational exchange
  programme with different schools across the
  globe. In all the exchange programmes, a basic
  plan of action is followed i.e., the students and
  teachers stay with the families of their
  counterparts in India / partner country, work on
  theme based projects, attend classes, workshops,
  interactive sessions, and visit places of
  cultural and historical importance to understand
  the various realms of each others culture.
• Digital Collaboration
• The advanced technology based learning culture of
  the school encourages cognitive interaction,
  consideration of perspectives and collaborative
  working with peers across the globe. Initiated
  in the year 2003, the Collaborative Projects
  create new vistas of knowledge for the learners.
  Fostering life-long global associations between
  e-pals, these projects promote -
• ??Multi-cultural understanding, teamwork, civic
  responsibility and collaboration.
• ??Analytical and communication skills.
• ??Opportunities for gathering and analyzing data.

Snail - Mail
??Recursive interaction of knowledge and mutual
learning.
Sharing and caring are the bubbles of
effervescence, which not only give joy to others
but also enrich our perception of others.
Snail-mail programme with the schools in Germany,
Spain, Singapore, Russia and France has been a
great success. Children in the age group of 6
-10 years exchange letters and share information
about each others country and culture. The
communication is via post and thus named 'Snail
Mail', but it is not the speed that matters for
these young learners, rather its the strong bond
of friendship that counts.
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A Glimpse of Exchange Activities...
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Testimonials...
Thank you for the fantablous way you receive all
of us. It was the first time but no the last
time! All our students are delighted. You are
welcome in Paris and I hope we will receive you
as well in France. François Combescure,
Headmaster of Fenelon Sainte Marie, Paris
France Ms. Adeline
Rukmini Devi Public School is an amazing school,
The performance of the children the friendly
atmosphere the joint effort of all members of the
school was very impressive. A hearty thanks for
the friendliness beautiful experience. Edith
Jacobs, Head teacher of Primary School
Europaschule Gladenbach, Germany 20.04.2005 "We
deeply appreciate all the efforts taken to make
this exchange programme a journey of learning
for both teachers and students a fruitful one.
The hospitality is much appreciated. Thank you
to all staff and students." Mr. Bernard Ram
Bagtha Staff, Dunman Secondary School,
Singapore Singapore. 20.11.09 "I am very happy
for this experience. I have learned many good
things about you, your country, your school,
but I have also learnt something about me, my
country and my school. The life of your
organisation, has been a lesson for me. I wish
to propose a similar organisation in my school.
Thank you for sweet approach to us." Monteduro
Andra- Principal Liceo-Artistico Paolo Candiani
02.05.08 "Congratulations on your most
impressive school and your excellent and
enlightened teachers and students. Our thanks to
you for allowing us to visit you and for your
great courtesy and hospitality." Professior
Mathus J. Haigh, Oxford Brooks University
09.10.1995 A great welcome and very hospitable
very impressed with your facilities modern
teaching approach. Strong team support for our
visit. Peter Fava, St. Bernard College, New
Zealand 02.12.11
The benefits of the international exchange
programme are myriad. The opportunity to share
cultural similarities and difference is always
the starting point for mutual respect, which
leads to shared understanding and equal value.
We have been moved to tears by the beauty of the
Taj Mahal. Most importantly all of us have been
overwhelmed by your generosity of spirit Mr.
Trevor Harris, Assistant Principal, Stantonbury
Campus, United Kingdom 22.10.10
Such a great opportunity - Thanks, For the
wonderful staying ! GRAZIE Daniela Della Toffola
Via Sadio Sacile PN, Italy 26.10.16
The project of Exchange gives us a real chance to
come to your country. It was a real pleasure!
Thanks to hospitality of Indian families the
travel to India was very comfortable. The
cooperative work of the teachers was wonderful.
Let me say that words of thanks to Mr. Garg and
Mrs. Garg for the opportunity to visit your nice
school and India! Ms. Irina Trefilova The Lyceum
of Dolgorukovo Lipetsk Region Russia 24.11.16
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(World is a family )